Description
These Baked Reuben Egg Rolls offer a crispy twist on the classic Reuben sandwich by wrapping corned beef, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese in egg roll wrappers and baking them to golden perfection. Served with tangy Thousand Island dressing, they’re perfect as a delicious appetizer or snack with a satisfying crunch and rich flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1 cup corned beef, chopped
- 1 cup sauerkraut, drained
- 1 cup Swiss cheese, shredded
Wrapper & Seal
- 10 egg roll wrappers
- 1 egg, beaten
Serving
- Thousand Island dressing, for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking the egg rolls.
- Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, thoroughly mix together the chopped corned beef, drained sauerkraut, and shredded Swiss cheese until evenly combined.
- Position the Wrapper: Place one egg roll wrapper on a clean, flat surface with a corner pointing toward you, forming a diamond shape for ease of rolling.
- Add Filling: Spoon approximately 2 tablespoons of the corned beef mixture onto the center of the wrapper, keeping the filling compact for rolling.
- Fold and Roll: Fold the bottom corner of the wrapper over the filling, tuck in both side corners snugly, then roll tightly upward toward the remaining corner.
- Seal the Roll: Brush the beaten egg on the top corner edge of the wrapper before completing the roll to seal it firmly and prevent it from opening during baking.
- Repeat: Continue this process with the rest of the egg roll wrappers and filling until all are assembled and sealed.
- Prepare for Baking: Arrange the assembled egg rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them slightly apart to ensure even cooking.
- Brush with Egg Wash: Lightly brush the tops of all egg rolls with any remaining beaten egg to promote browning and crispness.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the egg rolls are golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Serve: Remove the egg rolls from the oven and serve warm with Thousand Island dressing for dipping, enhancing their classic Reuben flavor profile.
Notes
- Ensure the sauerkraut is well-drained to avoid sogginess in the egg rolls.
- You can substitute Swiss cheese with Gruyère for a slightly different flavor.
- For extra crispiness, brush the egg rolls with a little olive oil before baking.
- These egg rolls can be prepared ahead and baked just before serving.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven to maintain crispness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
